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《亚洲时尚风》曼谷 Fashion Asia Bangkok

两个星期前,我到曼谷拍摄一集的《亚洲时尚风》。记得来临的星期二(Oct 6), 晚上 8点, U 频道。想看更多的照片和了解多些时尚贴示可以留意明天出版的 i周刊哦!

About 2 weeks ago, I jetted off to Bangkok to shoot an episode of Fashion Asia. You can catch it on Channel U, this coming Tuesday October 6, at 8pm! For more pictures and fashion tips, check out this upcoming issue of i-WEEKLY, out tomorrow!

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We were put up at Siam City Hotel. The room was beautiful! It may be rather small and cramped, but it is clean and has a homely decor. From where I'm standing, there's a sofa and a work space, so I would say it's got everything to make it convenient for the guest. I would give it 5 stars although I'm not sure of its actual ranking.


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Every morning we would gather here before we set out. Feels European!


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This was taken outside the Oceanarium at Siam Paragon. Princess Ariel from Disney?


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There was a local fashion designer showcase going on at Siam Paragon and we gate-crashed it, with permission of course.


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We had dinner at this restaurant owned by the lady on the menu. Here with me, Clarence Lee. He's a great traveling companion! The last time I traveled with him was many years ago, when I did a Sydney supplement shoot with 8DAYS. We had so much fun!


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Morning glory. Highly recommended by Clarence!


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Crabmeat and salted fish fried rice. I was so hungry that day I ordered another medium plate to go around. ;)


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Cameraman Tong, Soundman Yap, Make-up Artiste Alvin and Cameraman's Assistant Lau (left to right)


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The regular face of FASHION ASIA, Keith Png! This is my first time on a trip with him and I certainly hope it's not the last. He's got a very easy-going personality and a naturally charming disposition. We had a lot of good laughs and high-energy moments. I like him so much that I hijacked the seat from his partner on our return flight and kept him talking the whole journey back~ Oops, sorry Keith! Haha!


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Because it was a long weekend holiday (Hari Raya), a lot of Singaporeans were also in Bangkok. We were filming at one of the boutiques in Siam Center when this group of fellow Singaporeans saw us and apporached us for a picture. How can we say no when they're all so cute!


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Speaking of bumping into people, V ran into me while I was at Siam Paragon and asked if I was from Singapore. I later found out that she's from Cambodia and she actually recognised me from Little Nyonya, which she said was a huge hit back home. Wow!


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I've never tried this before. Keith bought this for everyone at Chatuchak Market and said it's grass jelly with brown sugar. It's quite yummy, and perfect for a hot day but it would have been even better if the ice was crushed much finer.


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They look so pretty, almost like those Japanese mock-up food for dollhouses. Actually I don't quite know what they are because I didn't try it. I think it's yam or some sweet paste inside? Anyone who knows what this is, please comment ok? Thanks!


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Here's everyone at a lifestyle shop on the last day of shoot after the last hosts' links were done. We ended at 8.45 pm and quickly proceeded from Central World to have a nice seafood dinner before this famous restaurant (I don't know the name, sorry) closed for the night. I didn't have any pictures of that cos' everyone was so hungry, we just want to eat and relax. You know some of the crew members from the previous pictures, so here we also have the producer Huiting and scriptwriter Lili flanking Alvin (make-up artiste), and the Thai guide Tom next to Keith.


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We were up at 4.45am so we could reach the airport in time for the first flight out. Here we are basking in the flattering morning sun, still somewhat sleepy.

More pictures after the programme airs on Tuesday, Oct 6, 8pm on Channel U… :)

MediaCorp celebrates Children’s Day?

MediaCorp Trade Show 2009

The annual trade show was held at Ritz Carlton this year and almost every artiste was involved, except for those overseas or shooting in productions with a deadline schedule. It was a day where we, the “children” of MediaCorp, from TV, News, Radio and I think Publishing, got together for a major showcase of upcoming productions, programmes and projects to advertisers and long-time clients.

That was how I spent my Children’s Day!

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We were joking that Jeanette's (centre) from the past (60s' image from her upcoming drama TOGETHER), I'm from the present (image from my upcoming drama YOUR HAND IN MINE) and Patricia's (extreme left) from the future (cos' she's wearing clothes from Superhero)!

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Patricia and I pulls a face at Jeanette as we pretend she is a Madam Tussaud's wax figure exhibit. It was by pure coincidence that we both decided to stick our tongues out!

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I love her outfit and imaging. There's something very classy about the costumes in those days. She didn't have her red lipstick on yet, but when she did, it completed the look. I'm so for this style right now!

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Guess the owner of these beautiful legs, and I'm not going to tell you the correct answer because it's quite obvious!

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I wanted to do profile shots of my colleagues who didn't have to dress in characters of the show they're doing, but was whisked off for rehearsal before I could snap anymore. By the time I got back, there were too many people so I only managed to get Jade (left) and Dawn (right). Jade's jacket was from some shop at Siam Square, Bangkok and Dawn's dress was from Jayson Brunsdon, Wisma Atria Singapore.

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I love this duck ring. It's so unique!!

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Ooooh...whose sexy back?

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Ong Ai Leng's!

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Rehearsal for the dance item starring one of our fellow colleagues...

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...the one and only Patricia Mok!

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This was one of the 3 dance sequences she had to do.

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Hosted by Adrian Pang and Angel Teo. Try to guess what these artistes on stage share in common? Zoe Tay, Chen Hanwei, Ivy Lee, Christopher Lee (left to right).

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Cuifang and I

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Ah-jie is still gorgeous after two kids! You only realise what perfect features she's got until you actually get close enough to see for yourself.

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She looks good any angle!

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Aunty Lucy, Zoe Tay, Chen Hanwei and Ivy Lee (left to right).

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A random group shot as we waited offstage. The hottest groom in town might have blinked just as the shutter clicked but he's still the "style" man (See his latest Style: Men magazine cover). And yes, he hasn't been able to go for his honeymoon yet.

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Yet another random group shot.

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Chen Liping and I and the rest of the cast of YOUR HAND IN MINE were on stage to promote the 180-episode drama.

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The less-than-glamourous backstage holding area.

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After rehearsal, it was back at the holding area as Belinda Lee (left) and Cai Peixuan (right) quickly have their lunch.

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More photos...this time with Justin.

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This was how we were before Justin came into the picture.

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See how many shots it took to try and get everyone in shot properly and not distorted. It's still not perfect, but fun!!

The Wedding of the Year – Part 2

ABOUT FANN…

I’ve never really had the chance to work with Fann on any drama. The closest encounter was in the drama MAKING MIRACLES, where she played a doctor and I, a nurse, but still I didn’t have any direct scenes with her. She always strike me a very strong woman, for working the way she does, putting in the number of hours and still always looking so radiant. I admire her for her poise and charisma because there’s something about her that draws you in yet leaves you hanging for more. She is the role model for the rest of us in the industry.

ABOUT CHRIS…

I’ve worked with Christopher on BEACH BALL BABES. We weren’t close, but I could tell, he’s very much in love with his wife from the way her name hangs on his lips quite often. I like that when he was interviewed last night whether or not it was tedious preparing for such a massive wedding that he was forthright about it being tough as opposed to giving a politically pleasing answer. He’s charismatic to women and still remains a guy’s guy. He has good camaraderie with his co-stars and strikes up rapport with the crew and director off camera. He’s the guy everyone enjoys working with.

ABOUT THEM…

There is something inspiring about their relationship because it must not be easy being two high profile celebrities, who not only have to put up with media attention but also have to endure the trials and tribulations of being separated when one is filming in a foreign land for months at a go. When I see the two of them in the make-up room, there is something magnetic about the chemistry they share just being side by side that makes me embarrassed to be even breathing the same air. That’s what love in the air is like. It taught me that love can be without words.

There is hope that we will all find the right one someday too.

I wish them all the best in their careers and family building.

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Irene had one of the toughest jobs last night as one of the hosts for the wedding of Chris and Fann.

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Bryan Wong was my table partner. There were photographers taking photographs of guests and developing them on the spot for us.

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It was very hard to catch a picture of the couple because they were always surrounded by their entourage, photographers and excited guests.

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Belinda Lee and Trey, freelance stylist.

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Trey is the funniest person I know and we always have a good laugh every time we meet.

Belinda Lee and I were filming the long drama YOUR HAND IN MINE just before the wedding dinner.

Belinda Lee and I were filming in the same scene for the long drama YOUR HAND IN MINE just before the wedding dinner.

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I love Jin-jie's outfit. The shade of green looks good on her. Here's how to look oriental and still remain elegant.

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Jin-jie, Jacelyn Tay, Eileen and I.

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Jack and I.

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Here's a warped picture of Karen and I because I tweaked the settings on my camera. I thought this was quite cool. I love her outfit from Balmain. She got it from Paris!

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Another happy couple! I love seeing blissfully married couples, they make me cry!

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Thomas used to be my managerial executive when I was still a newbie. It was so good to see him!

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Patricia (left) bantered with Irene Ang on stage for a bit. He Yong Fang (right) used to host City Beat with Bryan Wong when I was still in primary school. I remembered because I bumped into them at the Science Centre once and she obliged a photo with my classmates and I.

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Dr Georgia Lee and I, both in blue. :)

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This is Gary, stylist from Passion.

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Jesseca came over to sit with Dawn and I after the second course was served. It was nice to have girls' talk. Haha!

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Jeremy, Ben, me and Keith.

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Ok, everyone's a bit buzzed here...haha!

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The stylists from Passion, with some crashers like Clarence, me and Keith. Oops...can you make out the blurred face the back who is trying to get into the picture?

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"Ah Bu" was so happy last night!

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The couple, as they move from table to table. The "brothers" look like they are strategising the next move.

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I was lucky to be able to sneak a picture with the beautiful bride before she was whisked off to the next table. Her happiness is infectious!

Wedding of the Year – Part 1

It was the Wedding of The Year as we celebrate the marriage of Christopher Lee and Fann Wong, and true to its name, I was completely awed by the effort put into organising this massive wedding. As I walked to the ballroom of Shangri-La, where the wedding was held, the lobby was quiet and there were even hotel staff holding placards to another event.

I was not ready for what was to come.

If you’ve been to Shangri-La’s ballroom, you will know that there a little “runway” which leads to the ballroom where panels lined the side and hotel staff stand by each panel to greet and usher you in. Last night, that turned into the Hall of Fame. At the end of this “runway” were throngs of photographers and journalists all camped out in a nice corner, taking photos, videos and interviews of the guests who arrived. You almost can’t slip into the reception unnoticed, unless you turned up late of course.

Into the reception and recording of 《芳心有李》, a variety show dedicated to tell the story of the lovebirds right up to their wedding day, was already in progress. There were bottlenecks everywhere, and mind you, the reception area is huge! Everyone was just catching up with one another, old friends, old colleagues. I was quite overwhelmed, it’s like you see so many people you know, but you don’t have time to properly say hi to one before another familiar nudge turns you around to yet another familiar face.

The dress code for the night was glamorous. Long sweeping gowns, beautifully done-up hair and extensive jewelry display. People you meet at work who don’t normally have make-up on now look completely different with make-up and shoulder-baring dresses. It was a gorgeous night to celebrate the union of a gorgeous couple.

I have over 40 pictures to share, but right now, I can only show some as I edit and compile the rest of it in the next entry. Look out for it!

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Keith Png and I. Can you see the crowd in the back?

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Christopher, Kyle and me.

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Christina aka Kyle's mom, and I.

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Jessica, me, Yahui and Andie

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The ballroom was transformed into a rather magical land. Regardless of what the intended theme was, I felt like Alice in Wonderland.

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These table decorations remind me of the magical woods. Something out of an Enid Blyton book when I was a kid.

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The newly-weds. With so many people crowding around them at each time, we get a better view from the two large screens placed on each end of the ballroom.

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"Half-time", we got out of the ballroom for a breather. Here's Jesseca and I.

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They have a standee of them! With so many guests invited, those who didn't get a chance to pose for a picture with the real couple had an alternative. Haha! Reminds me of the caricatures from their movie THE WEDDING GAME, except this one looks more like them!

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Here's a group of people who work long and hard, behind the scenes, on a typical work day in MediaCorp.

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Justin's the stylist for my long drama YOUR HAND IN MINE. He gets me the beautiful clothes you see me wear on television for the drama.

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Josh Bryan Ho, friend and regular make-up artiste.

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Ryan Yap, the man behind many celebrities' hair at Passion.

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She wishes to remain anonymous.

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Joan from the make-up unit.

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Lebon, freelance fashion stylist.

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Danny, freelance make-up artiste.

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These tablets allowed guests to write their well wishes to the couple. So little space, so much to say...

《想握你的手》主角不是我们?

之前到曼谷拍 《亚洲时尚风》,去了3天就得赶回来拍《想握你的手》的trailer。

我们4人(蔡琪慧,陈泓宇,方展发和我)在炎热的太阳下野餐,汗流浃背,眼睛都睁不开了,不过主角竟然不是我们哦!猜猜是谁?

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I was in Bangkok shooting FASHION ASIA for Channel U and returned home to shoot the trailer for the current long drama I'm working on titled YOUR HAND IN MINE. The four of us (Paige, Shaun, Pierre and I) had a picnic under the hot sun, and yet the real stars of the show weren't us! Guess who?

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As you can tell, there was no shade available anywhere near us.

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Thankfully I've got my huge umbrella and Pierre has got his portable battery-operated fan. The fan in my hand was provided by the production team.

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The sound guy getting a nice tan...

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We were filming at a beautiful open space, somewhere in Potong Pasir. I suspect it'd be nice and warm in the evening, but the late morning/noon sun was merciless.

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Cameraman and his assistant. This trailer is shot by an outside crew who does commercial jobs, not the usual people we work with on our drama.

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The different lenses used for different shot sizes. The box makes this look like it's some top secret ammunition prop in a thriller movie! Our drama camera crew aren't so lucky to have these available for them so that's why I've never seen them.

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Our pillar of strength. Hence I took this low angle shot of him to make him look larger than life. Without him, we'd all have been baked! Thank you for shielding us!!

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Taking a break from the sun. We even have chairs and cold drinks provided for us, that's very thoughtful. :) Thanks!

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Pierre doing his thing for the blue screen.

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The back of our make-up artiste's head is so interesting, Shaun takes a temporary backseat in this picture.

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Why is Paige being the assistant here? Ah hah, you got to catch the trailer to find out!

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The wind keeps blowing the hair into my face. The nice thing is that we've got someone to see to that. :)

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The fun thing about blue screen is, we never really know what we have behind us, because the effects are keyed in during post production. If you want to look like you've got the invisible cloak on, just wear something in a similar shade of blue, and watch yourself disappear on screen!

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Stars of the trailer?

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Not quite...because...

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Ta-dah...these were the real stars of the trailer! Let's call them "Uno" and "Deux". LOL!! Want to find out why, remember to stay tuned to Channel 8 for our trailer! :)

是的,这两只乌龟才是主角,想知道为什么吗?记得留意八频道,收看我们的 trailer 哦!哈哈。。。!

How to glam up T-shirt and Jeans

Distressed Denim

Behind-the-Scenes to Her World Oct 2009

最新一期的 HER WORLD 已经出版了。几个月前,我们大伙儿到 Marine Barrage 拍封面。艳阳高照,我汗流浃背,服装都黏着身子,好担心在穿的时候会把布料扯破。每换一套就得花一段时间让自己凉爽些才能把衣服换掉,要不然它就是紧贴着身子。哈哈,流了那么多汗水,希望大家能多多支持这期的 HER WORLD.

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We are gathered at Marina Barrage for the cover shoot of Her World October 2009 issue. This is the outfit for the cover picture. Stylist Johnny is pinning the back of the outfit to give me a bit more shape.

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The Doramon battery-operated fan and colourful umbrella don't quite go with the vogue look. LOL

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I love this outfit. It's a little gothic but yet very sexy!

Because of the fabric, this was the "coolest" outfit of them all.

Because of the fabric, this was the "coolest" outfit of them all.

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David touching up my hair for a third outfit change.

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All ready to go out and face the afternoon sun.

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I quite like this hand-on-the-face pose. A bit more different than the rest.

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This was taken by photographer Wee Khim after the job was done. The sun might be hot, but it is the sunlight that gives the pictures such gorgeous hues!

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There you have it, the final product! Do grab a copy of the October issue now!

Inspiration for 2010 Star Awards?

The Emmy Awards is like our Star Awards.

Now before you scoff at my audacious comparison, I’m saying so only because both are award ceremonies held for television productions. The idea is for celebrities and all invited guests to dress up, grace the red carpet, photographed, have their outfits talked about, interviewed and then party after. For Star Awards we don’t have a red carpet, nor throngs of journalists and photographers jostling one another to get pictures and interviews, but we still do get beautiful outfits borrowed, fitted, some flown in regionally, and then photographed and talked about by our local publications, all on a much smaller scale.

I love wearing beautiful clothes, but I leave styling for such major events to my stylist because I have 100% trust in him. I can devote an entire article just discussing the relationships we have with our stylists but maybe I’ll leave that for another time. The only time I get a tad uncomfortable is when more than one dress is planned for the night of Star Awards. (This year was an exception, because I never did fit for the Hervé Léger dress prior to the event, so I had no idea I was going to wear two dresses.) The reason why I’m not thrilled with the idea of wearing a dress for our opening sequence and then a different dress for every nomination in a category is because there is a lot of stress with having to change into another look within the time given for a commercial break. You never really know how you look in a full-length mirror or have time to get comfortable in the outfit before you’re hustled back to your seat and back to being oblivious as to when the cameras are going to sweep in for a reaction shot of you. It’s not exactly the best moment when you’re caught in an awkward wardrobe boo-boo on television or print.

That’s just a little bit of inside scoop I’m sharing.

I really want to talk about some of the outfits for this year’s Emmy Awards.

Drew Barrymore in Monique Lhuillier

Drew Barrymore in Monique Lhuillier

Candy immediately comes to mind when I look Drew Barrymore’s dress by Monique Lhuillier. This shade of pink might look washed out on fairer skin, but on Barrymore, it’s delectable!

Monique Lhuillier 2009 Collection

Monique Lhuillier 2009 Collection

Monique Lhuillier designs bridal gowns and I like that she creates dresses that look light and fluffy, while still giving the curves ample room to show. On the runway, the clothes moves with the body and as the ends of the dresses swish quietly, it leaves a feminine trail that is fairy-like yet self-assertive. Check out her Spring 2009 collection below.

Next on the red carpet is this Versace creation on January Jones. It reminds me of Las Vegas, poker cards and hearts. In this picture, the top part of the dress looks like a stiff cardboard but yet it doesn’t sit awkwardly on her body. In fact, I think it contrasts very well with the curve-hugging dress. It’s unique, it’s adventurous yet appropriate for the red carpet. I wish she had better-looking heels to go with it though.

January Jones in Versace

January Jones in Versace

There is something structural yet feminine in Versace Spring 2009 collection that says “don’t mess with me” and then with a flick of the long ponytail (in Donatella’s style), a girlish smile and an unmistakable impish glint in the eye that still makes this woman inviting. Everything in the collection, including the colours seem to say the same thing, like this particular shade of blue, it’s bold yet pleasing. I think she’s playing mind games!

Versace Spring 2009 Collection

Versace Spring 2009 Collection

The best dressed for this year’s Emmy Awards must be Heidi Klum. I’ve never seen a sexier and more gorgeous pregnant celebrity on a red carpet than her. Her massive belly blends in perfectly with her toned physique and tropical tan that it is so fashionable in its own category. She makes the rest of the toned, but not-pregnant celebrities look blah. This is how I want to dress and look like for Star Awards when I’m pregnant. Haha! And by then I’ll have someone paint or make a sculpture of me for keepsake.

Heidi Klum in Marchesa

Heidi Klum in Marchesa

Georgina and Keren, the designers of the brand Marchesa say their collection is inspired by vintage and Asian influences.Quite apparently so because in their Resort 2010 collection, the flowers and origami-inspired additions overflow. This one below is interesting because of the corset toga top and nude stockings with floral charcoal-like drawings. Kind of reminds me of one of McQueen’s resort pieces, except that instead of flowers, they are insect wings instead.

Marchesa Resort 2010 Collection

Marchesa Resort 2010 Collection

Alexander McQueen Resort 2010

Alexander McQueen Resort 2010

What’s Extraordinary?

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Click here to read my take on The Extraordinary V Conference

《当公主遇上王子》-- 白薇秀

《当公主遇上王子: 白薇秀》

8月14日(明天)| 晚上8.30pm | Channel 8

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这一集将由许振荣带领大家走进我的世界。

Princess and Prince: Joanne Peh

August 14 (tomorrow) | 8.30pm | Channel 8

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我们聊到蛮开心的。哈哈,他就是爱挖绯闻。。。哎,你们看就知道啦!

Dasmond couldn’t help dig up some old rumours. Want to know what I said about some of my fellow male colleagues, do remember to catch the episode tomorrow!

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街头服饰

Street fashion

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情侣装哦!

Couple t-shirts

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想知道我说什么就要收看啦!

What about the T-shirt? Watch and you’ll find out!

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裙子好短啊,一直担心会穿帮。

The skirt is pretty short and it’s a low angle shot, so I’m paranoid! LOL

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一看见高跟鞋,我就一脸专注的。是的,我对高跟鞋情有独钟。

Look at how focused I am as I strap on the heels! Yes, I love heels and it’s a romantic relationship we have so it gets my full attention!

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穿上漂亮的鞋,感觉会不同的哦!

It does feel different when you put on beautiful shoes.